Asked by Imtiaz Ali lakhan on Sep 28, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a school-aged child who has injured the right leg after a bicycle accident. Which signs and symptoms will the nurse assess for to determine if the child is experiencing a localized inflammatory response?
A) Malaise, anorexia, enlarged lymph nodes, and increased white blood cells
B) Chest pain, shortness of breath, and nausea and vomiting
C) Dizziness and disorientation to time, date, and place
D) Edema, redness, tenderness, and loss of function
Inflammatory Response
The body's defense mechanism against infection or injury, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain, designed to eliminate harmful stimuli and initiate healing.
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
A condition where the lymph nodes increase in size, often due to infection, inflammation, or malignancy.
White Blood Cells
Cells of the immune system involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of localized and systemic inflammatory responses.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of localized and systemic inflammatory responses.
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